Likes Quote by Frank Gehry
“Here we are surrounded by material that's being manufactured in unimaginable quantities worldwide and is used everywhere. I don't like it, no one likes it, and yet it's pervasive. We don't even see it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Architecture discussion, 2018
Mass‑produced materials dominate daily life, yet they are often invisible and unexamined despite their ubiquity.
In simple terms: We ignore pervasive, mass‑made materials.
Key Takeaway
Question the hidden impact of everyday materials.
Themes
environment
technology
awareness
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
observational
analytical
When to use this quote
- product design
- consumer habits
- urban planning
Key Concepts
sustainability
industrial design
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this material affect your work?
- What alternatives could reduce its pervasiveness?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on novelty can ignore practical benefits.
